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Chapter 159

Chapter 159:

The atmosphere between them changed suddenly, and Eileen felt an unmistakable unease. Her heart beat faster, and she couldn’t help but steal glances at Bryan. Then, Bryan’s dark eyes met hers. He spoke first. “How is your mother doing now that they’ve developed the new medicine? Has she recovered?”

His recollection of Ruby’s medical plan took Eileen by surprise. She managed a small smile and answered, “She hasn’t woken up yet, but it looks like she might wake up any day now.” Bryan’s face grew solemn upon hearing this. He paused before responding, “That’s good.”

The memory of the troubling event at the hospital a year ago, which involved Vivian, lingered in their minds. Eileen inhaled deeply and shifted the conversation. “Wist Land feels like spring year-round, and the air here is so much cleaner than in Onaland.”

“You’re right,” Bryan said. He was about to say more when his phone interrupted him.

Eileen let go of his hand and quickened her pace. Bryan’s expression darkened as he took the call from Zola, who was asking about Milford at the hospital. He spoke in a low voice, patiently explaining something. Eileen didn’t stray too far and couldn’t hear the details, but she could tell a woman was on the other end.

Once the call ended, they reached the door. The warmth they had felt earlier was gone, and Bryan was annoyed because of that. Eileen stayed quiet, cooked in silence, and then went to clean up in the kitchen after eating. Afterward, she announced, “I’m going to rest.” Then, she quickly went back to her room.

Bryan remained on the sofa, watching her leave. Once in her room, Eileen intended to stay there, but when she tried to take a shower, she found the water wasn’t working. Left with no choice, she ventured out to see what was wrong. Bryan was no longer in the living room.

Eileen tiptoed to the kitchen, where the tap flowed freely, yet no water reached her bathroom. She returned to her room, and after a moment’s thought, sent Bryan a message. “The shower in my room seems to be broken.” She was about to suggest calling a plumber when Bryan quickly replied, “I’ll be right there.”

Bryan’s response surprised her. In no time at all, he pushed open her door. Eileen, wrapped in a bath towel that barely reached her thighs, stood with her slender legs exposed. Bryan’s gaze darkened, his expression changing visibly.

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shirt cuffs, rolled up his sleeves, and approached her slowly, his voice hoarse and his

Eileen suddenly realized he believed she had called him

leaving only a dim glow from the ceiling. As he walked toward her, he began to unbutton his shirt, revealing a glimpse of his muscular chest. Eileen found herself captivated, losing all coherent thought until she was in his arms. He laid her down on the bed. The bath towel slipped away from her body, and the chill in the air made her shiver, prompting her to place her hands on his

doing this?” she said. “What?” Bryan arched an eyebrow, their faces so close their breaths mingled. “If I were as passive as you, when would I ever get to sleep with you again?” His tone was teasing, yet there was

barely a whisper. “I didn’t pay you. This is not what you think it is.” “Then that’s your issue. I’ve slept with you, but why didn’t you pay me?” He lightly pinched her chin. “I’ve always been accommodating in

This was intentional. “If you don’t pay, I’ll assume you’re

by his presence until dawn even without work. Her voice was hoarse, and her body ached. Despite the chill of the night outside with the window half open,

moved away from her body, Eileen forced her eyes open only to see his muscular chest and defined abs. Exhausted, she lay on her stomach as he pulled the quilt up from her waist. His rough fingers traced her smooth

watched her, gently smoothing her

slightly parted, and her breathing was light. It was three in the afternoon when Bryan decided to wake her, afraid she

to respond but found her voice too hoarse, her throat still sore from the night’s exertions. Thankfully, she didn’t have to work in the coming days. She rolled

and her throat significantly improved. She asked in a low

Eileen couldn’t recall when she had bitten him and wondered if he

hundred dollars from her pocket despite her sore legs and slipped the money into his shirt pocket. “Your payment!” she declared in a hoarse voice. Bryan’s expression darkened immediately, but

well,” Bryan said, plucking the two hundred dollars with two fingers, folding them neatly, and slipping them into his trouser pocket. “Two hundred is enough.” With that,

across the room, enveloping the figure on the bed in warm light. The sunlight was so bright that Eileen couldn’t keep her eyes open.

door open and footsteps approaching, accompanied by voices outside. Someone was coming. Eileen turned to see Phoebe entering the room, her eyes filled with curiosity. After shutting the door,

marks on her collarbone. “Confess what?” she asked. She could faintly hear the conversation of the men outside. She recognized the voices as Bryan’s

to keep quiet. He mentioned it was hard for you to talk. It turns out your voice is hoarse.” Eileen frowned, acknowledging her